Hearty Beef Noodle Soup with Vegetables

(A rich and savory beef broth, tender slow-cooked beef, fresh vegetables, and chewy noodles for the perfect comfort meal.)

Ingredients

For the Broth:

6 cups beef broth (or homemade bone broth)
2 cups water
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce (for depth of flavor)
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp sesame oil
1-inch ginger, sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp sugar (optional, to balance flavors)
1 tsp white pepper
½ tsp five-spice powder
1 tsp chili flakes (optional for spice)

For the Beef:

1 lb beef shank or brisket, cut into chunks
1 tbsp soy sauce (for marinating)
1 tsp cornstarch (to keep meat tender)
1 tbsp vegetable oil (for searing)

For the Vegetables:

1 cup bok choy (or napa cabbage), chopped
1 medium carrot, sliced
½ cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
1 onion, thinly sliced
2 tbsp chopped green onions (for garnish)

For the Noodles:

8 oz egg noodles (or rice noodles)

Optional Garnishes:

Cilantro (for freshness)
Chili oil (for spice)
Sesame seeds
Fried shallots

Instructions

1. Prepare the Beef:

Toss beef chunks with soy sauce and cornstarch. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
Sear beef until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

2. Make the Broth:

In the same pot, add ginger, garlic, and onion, sautéing until fragrant.
Pour in beef broth, water, soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, white pepper, five-spice powder, and chili flakes.
Return the seared beef to the pot.
Simmer on low heat for 1.5–2 hours until beef is tender.

3. Cook the Vegetables & Noodles:

Add carrots, mushrooms, and bok choy to the pot. Simmer for another 5 minutes until tender.
Cook noodles separately according to package instructions.

4. Serve & Garnish:

Divide the cooked noodles into bowls.
Ladle the broth, beef, and vegetables over the noodles.
Garnish with green onions, cilantro, and chili oil.

Why This Version Stands Out?

✅ Slow-cooked, tender beef for deep flavor.
✅ Aromatic broth infused with garlic, ginger, and spices.
✅ Fresh vegetables add balance and nutrition.
✅ Chewy noodles make it a filling, satisfying meal.

Would you like to add a spicy twist or make it more herbal with star anise? 😊